ALDI Low-Carb Meal Plan

5-DAY MEAL PLAN

Monday
Meal: Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloins with Sauteed Mushrooms and Avocado
Description: Tender chicken tenderloins are seasoned and seared in a hot skillet until golden, then paired with buttery sauteed white mushrooms for a satisfying low-carb dinner. Sliced fresh avocado on the side adds healthy fat and keeps net carbs well under 20g.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg, Avocados
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of chicken tenderloins, half the 8 oz mushroom package (about 4 oz), and 1 avocado. Assumed chicken weight: 0.5 lb at $2.29/lb.
Recipes:
- Easy Keto Portobello Mushroom Cream Cheese Chicken Recipe
- Keto Chicken Mushroom Casserole (One Pan)

Tuesday
Meal: Broiled Lamb Shoulder Chops with Cucumber and Cheddar Salad
Description: One or two lamb shoulder chops are seasoned simply with garlic, salt, and pepper then broiled to a juicy medium, delivering bold flavor with zero carbs from the meat itself. A crisp side salad of sliced mini cucumbers and shredded cheddar dressed with olive oil and lemon keeps the meal fresh and low-carb.
Sale items used: Fresh Lamb Shoulder Chops, Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg, Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz
Prep time: 30 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of lamb shoulder chops (1 to 2 chops depending on size), 2 to 3 mini cucumbers from the package, and 2 oz of cheddar. Assumed lamb weight: 0.5 lb at $6.99/lb.

Wednesday
Meal: Skillet-Cooked Seasoned Chicken with Avocado and Mushroom Saute
Description: Pre-seasoned chicken is cooked in a skillet until cooked through and lightly caramelized, then served alongside the remaining sauteed mushrooms for a quick midweek meal. Creamy sliced avocado rounds out the plate with healthy fat and keeps the carb count minimal.
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Chicken, Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg (remaining half), Avocados
Sale items used: Fresh Seasoned Chicken, Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg, Avocados
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of seasoned chicken, the remaining 4 oz of mushrooms from the package opened Monday, and 1 avocado. Assumed chicken weight: 0.5 lb at $4.99/lb.
Recipes:
- Creamy Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms • Low Carb with Jennifer
- Keto Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet

Thursday
Meal: Cedar Plank Salmon Fillets with Cucumber Ribbon Salad
Description: A single salmon fillet is cooked on an Asian cedar plank, infusing the fish with smoky, aromatic flavor while keeping the dish naturally low-carb. Thin cucumber ribbons from the remaining mini cucumbers are tossed with a light sesame-oil-and-rice-vinegar dressing for a refreshing, crunchy side.
Sale items used: Fresh Asian Cedar Plank Salmon, Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg
Prep time: 35 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of cedar plank salmon (one generous fillet), and 3 to 4 of the remaining mini cucumbers from the Tuesday package. Assumed salmon weight: 0.5 lb at $10.99/lb. Cedar plank may need a 30-minute pre-soak before cooking; start soaking while prepping other ingredients to keep total active time reasonable.
Recipes:
- Cedar Planked Salmon - Carlsbad Cravings
- Planked Salmon with Tomato Cucumber Salad – Fire & Flavor

Friday
Meal: Chicken Tenderloin Lettuce Wraps with Cheddar and Avocado
Description: Cooked chicken tenderloins are sliced and nestled into crisp romaine or butter lettuce leaves with slices of cheddar and avocado for a fun, hand-held low-carb meal. The lettuce acts as the wrap, eliminating any bread carbs while adding satisfying crunch to every bite.
Sale items used: Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins, Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz, Avocados
Prep time: 20 minutes
Serving note: Use approximately 0.5 lb of chicken tenderloins, 2 oz of the remaining cheddar from the Tuesday package, and 1 avocado. Assumed chicken weight: 0.5 lb at $2.29/lb. Lettuce leaves are a pantry/produce staple not on sale this week; pick up a small head at the store.
Recipes:
- Keto Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wrap
- Easy Keto Cilantro Avocado Chicken Wraps Low Carb Recipe

SHOPPING LIST

Buy on sale:
- Fresh Family Pack Chicken Tenderloins (1 lb total, used across Monday and Friday): $2.29
- Fresh Lamb Shoulder Chops (0.5 lb): $3.50
- Fresh Seasoned Chicken (0.5 lb): $2.50
- Fresh Asian Cedar Plank Salmon (0.5 lb): $5.50
- Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz pkg (x1 pkg, split across Monday and Wednesday): $1.29
- Mini Cucumbers 16 oz pkg (x1 pkg, split across Tuesday and Thursday): $1.69
- Avocados (x3, one per Monday, Wednesday, and Friday): $1.77
- Happy Farms Deli-Sliced Medium or Mild Cheddar 8 oz (x1 pkg, split across Tuesday and Friday): $1.49

Pantry staples needed:
- Olive oil (for searing and dressing)
- Butter (for mushroom saute)
- Garlic (fresh or powder)
- Salt and black pepper
- Lemon juice or lemon (for cucumber salad dressing)
- Sesame oil and rice vinegar (for Thursday cucumber ribbon salad)
- Romaine or butter lettuce (for Friday wraps, pick up a small head)
- Cedar plank (if not included with the salmon package, check packaging)